Reverse Osmosis (RO) Operator
2025-09-16T08:02:44+00:00
Eastern Tropical Fruit Company Limited
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Katete District, Eastern Province
Katete
10101
Zambia
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Admin & Office
2025-09-30T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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Eastern Tropical Fruit Company Limited (ETF) is jointly owned by Zambia Fruit Company and Vitaplus Foods Limited, under the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). The Company operates a hybrid fruit and vegetable processing plant located in Katete District, Eastern Province of Zambia.
Role Overview:
The Reverse Osmosis (RO) Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining the Reverse Osmosis plant to produce high-quality, purified water for the factory’s production processes. This role ensures the RO system operates efficiently and that the water meets all required quality standards.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
RO Plant Operation:
- Start up, shut down, and monitor the RO plant according to the operational schedule.
- Adjust and control system parameters such as pressure, flow rates, and temperature to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitor the RO plant’s performance metrics, including water quality, salt rejection, and permeate flow.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on the RO system, including cleaning and replacing filters and membranes.
- Conduct preventive maintenance checks to ensure the plant operates smoothly and efficiently.
- Identify and troubleshoot operational issues, such as pressure drops or low water quality, and perform corrective actions.
Water Quality and Reporting:
- Conduct regular water quality tests on both the feed water and the permeate (purified water) using laboratory equipment.
- Record and report all operational data, test results, and maintenance activities.
- Ensure that the purified water meets the specified quality standards for food processing.
Safety and Compliance:
- Adhere to all health and safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals used in the RO process.
- Report any safety concerns or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor immediately.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma in Water Technology, Food Processing, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience operating RO systems in a food processing setup.
- Understanding of RO mechanics, sanitation procedures, and quality control.
- Membership with a recognized professional regulatory body
RO Plant Operation: Start up, shut down, and monitor the RO plant according to the operational schedule. Adjust and control system parameters such as pressure, flow rates, and temperature to ensure optimal performance. Monitor the RO plant’s performance metrics, including water quality, salt rejection, and permeate flow. Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Perform routine maintenance tasks on the RO system, including cleaning and replacing filters and membranes. Conduct preventive maintenance checks to ensure the plant operates smoothly and efficiently. Identify and troubleshoot operational issues, such as pressure drops or low water quality, and perform corrective actions. Water Quality and Reporting: Conduct regular water quality tests on both the feed water and the permeate (purified water) using laboratory equipment. Record and report all operational data, test results, and maintenance activities. Ensure that the purified water meets the specified quality standards for food processing. Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals used in the RO process. Report any safety concerns or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor immediately.
Diploma in Water Technology, Food Processing, or related field. Minimum of 3 years’ experience operating RO systems in a food processing setup. Understanding of RO mechanics, sanitation procedures, and quality control. Membership with a recognized professional regulatory body
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Vacancy title:
Reverse Osmosis (RO) Operator
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Eastern Tropical Fruit Company Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, September 30 2025
Duty Station:
Katete District, Eastern Province | Katete | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 16 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Eastern Tropical Fruit Company Limited (ETF) is jointly owned by Zambia Fruit Company and Vitaplus Foods Limited, under the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). The Company operates a hybrid fruit and vegetable processing plant located in Katete District, Eastern Province of Zambia.
Role Overview:
The Reverse Osmosis (RO) Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining the Reverse Osmosis plant to produce high-quality, purified water for the factory’s production processes. This role ensures the RO system operates efficiently and that the water meets all required quality standards.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
RO Plant Operation:
- Start up, shut down, and monitor the RO plant according to the operational schedule.
- Adjust and control system parameters such as pressure, flow rates, and temperature to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitor the RO plant’s performance metrics, including water quality, salt rejection, and permeate flow.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on the RO system, including cleaning and replacing filters and membranes.
- Conduct preventive maintenance checks to ensure the plant operates smoothly and efficiently.
- Identify and troubleshoot operational issues, such as pressure drops or low water quality, and perform corrective actions.
Water Quality and Reporting:
- Conduct regular water quality tests on both the feed water and the permeate (purified water) using laboratory equipment.
- Record and report all operational data, test results, and maintenance activities.
- Ensure that the purified water meets the specified quality standards for food processing.
Safety and Compliance:
- Adhere to all health and safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals used in the RO process.
- Report any safety concerns or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor immediately.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma in Water Technology, Food Processing, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience operating RO systems in a food processing setup.
- Understanding of RO mechanics, sanitation procedures, and quality control.
- Membership with a recognized professional regulatory body
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: associate degree
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